Cool MateMeaning of Assume
In simple words: To take something as true without proof.
Assume in a sentence
- I assume you will be attending the meeting tomorrow.
- Don't assume that everyone knows what you are talking about.
- It’s easy to assume that he can handle the project all by himself.
- She assumes the role of leader in stressful situations.
- If you assume that he will fail, you might be surprised by his success.
- They tend to assume the worst when they hear rumors.
- We shouldn't assume the same conclusions without further evidence.
- To assume a position means taking on responsibilities and roles.
- In some cultures, people may assume that direct eye contact is disrespectful.
How to use Assume
Commonly used in everyday conversation and writing. Avoid using 'assume' in very formal contexts where more precise language is needed.
Grammar pattern
assume + object
Memory hint
Think of 'assume' as 'a sum' — when you add up what you think is true without checking.
Related words
Collocations with Assume
- automatically
- naturally
- reasonably
- can
- might
- tend to
- let us assume
Synonyms for Assume
- take on
- put on
Common mistakes with Assume
- Often confused with 'presume', which implies a stronger basis for belief.
- Mistakenly used in place of 'guess', which is more uncertain.
Assume appears in
Assume in other languages
- Arabicالعربية
يفترض
أخذ شيء كحقيقة دون دليل.
- Bengaliবাংলা
ধরে নেওয়া, মনে করা
প্রমাণ ছাড়াই কোনো কিছু সত্যি বলে ধরে নেওয়া।
- GermanDeutsch
annehmen, vermuten, sich anmaßen
Etwas als wahr annehmen, ohne dass es bewiesen ist.
- SpanishEspañol
Asumir
Tomar algo como cierto sin pruebas.
- Persianفارسی
فرض کردن، پنداشتن
چیزی را بدون مدرک درست تلقی کردن.
- FrenchFrançais
Supposer, Assumer
Prendre quelque chose pour vrai sans preuve.
- Hindiहिन्दी
मानना, मान लेना
बिना सबूत के किसी बात को सच मान लेना।
- ItalianItaliano
Assumere, Supporre
Prendere qualcosa per vero senza prove.
- PortuguesePortuguês
Assumir, Supor
Achar que algo é verdade sem ter prova.
- RussianРусский
Предполагать, допускать, принимать
Считать что-то правдой без доказательств.
- Urduاردو
فرض کرنا، سمجھنا، اختیار کرنا
بغیر ثبوت کے کسی چیز کو سچ مان لینا۔
- Chinese中文
假设
在没有证据的情况下认为某事为真。
More words like Assume
- AbandonB2
To leave someone or something and never return to them.
- AbilityA2
the fact that somebody/something is able to do something
- AbruptB1
Happening suddenly and unexpectedly.
- AbsenceC1
the fact of somebody being away from a place where they are usually expected to be; the occasion or period of time when somebody is away
- AbstractB2
based on general ideas and not on any particular real person, thing or situation
- AbundantB1
Existing or occurring in large amounts; plentiful.
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Frequently asked questions about Assume
What does Assume mean?
To take something as true without proof.
What is the definition of Assume?
to think or accept that something is true but without having proof of it
How do you use Assume in a sentence?
I assume you will be attending the meeting tomorrow.
Can you give another example of Assume?
Don't assume that everyone knows what you are talking about.
What are synonyms for Assume?
Common alternatives include take on, put on.
What is the opposite of Assume?
Opposite meanings include doubt, disregard, question.
What words go with Assume?
It commonly pairs with automatically, naturally, reasonably, can, might, tend to, let us assume.
What are common mistakes when using Assume?
Often confused with 'presume', which implies a stronger basis for belief. Mistakenly used in place of 'guess', which is more uncertain.
How do you pronounce Assume?
US: /["/əˈsuːm/","/əˈsuːmz/","/əˈsuːmd/","/əˈsuːmɪŋ/"]/, UK: /["/əˈsjuːm/","/əˈsjuːmz/","/əˈsjuːmd/","/əˈsjuːmɪŋ/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
When should I use Assume?
Commonly used in everyday conversation and writing. Avoid using 'assume' in very formal contexts where more precise language is needed.
What CEFR level is Assume?
"Assume" is at B2 level on the CEFR scale.